Mother Vertia Johnson Moore

March 16, 2020

APPLAUDING THE LIFE OF Mother Vertia Johnson Moore The Elegance of a Godly Woman Mother Vertia Johnson Moore was born in Belzoni, Mississippi to the late Mary Jo Ray Johnson and the late King Johnson, Sr. Her father, a preacher and a farmer, passed away when she was twelve years of age. Along with their mom, the family of 4 brothers and 2 sisters moved to St. Louis, Missouri where they received their elementary and secondary education. Her father, mother, and six of her siblings have preceded her in death. Her brother, Jim, a retired and renowned architect, now lives in Houston, Texas. Mother Moore was married to the Late, Great, Bishop Dr. Willie B. Moore for 61 years and served as the First Lady of Faith Temple Church for the same number of years. Their union garnered eleven children of which 8 ministers: 5 sons and 3 daughters have been birthed. She was under the leadership of her 7th born child, and 4th son, Elder Charles E. Moore at her death. She has 24 grandchildren and 25 great- grandchildren. Mother Moore’s life paralleled Proverbs; a mother, a lady, and an example. She possessed the ability to express the love of God in her smile and was crowned with wisdom. She had the unique ability to make everyone feel special and important. A qualified woman of the gospel, she expounded the Word of God to edify, under the anointing of the Holy Ghost. Many were awed by the gift of prophecy that rested upon her life. Like Joseph she was a dreamer, and like John the Revelator, she was a visionary. A life of 87 years was well lived. “We will enjoy Jesus Over IN, the Holy Ghost” and “Can’t NOBODY do me like JESUS because he IS MY FRIEND!!!!!!” will forever echo in our hearts. The matriarchal cornerstone of her family and the love of her church and community.